The Nigerian Navy has highlighted the effectiveness of its cutting-edge Falcon Eye Surveillance System—commissioned under the Muhammadu Buhari administration—in curbing sea crimes and strengthening maritime security across the country’s expansive coastal borders.

Speaking to journalists yesterday as part of events marking the Navy’s 69th Anniversary, Chief of Policy and Plans, Rear Admiral Ibrahim Abdullahi Dewu, said the Falcon Eye System, alongside the Regional Maritime Awareness Capability (RMAC), has significantly enhanced Nigeria’s ability to monitor and respond to threats within its maritime domain.

“The Falcon Eye System provides real-time surveillance coverage across Nigeria’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), allowing for early detection of suspicious maritime activities and prompt naval response,” Rear Admiral Dewu stated.

He noted that the system’s deployment has directly contributed to Nigeria’s continued zero-piracy rating by the International Maritime Bureau. “Our ability to maintain 24/7 monitoring of sea lanes has drastically reduced incidents of piracy, illegal bunkering, and crude oil theft,” he added.

The Falcon Eye integrates an extensive network of sensors, radars, and high-resolution cameras strategically installed along Nigeria’s coastline. These technologies feed into a central command centre where naval personnel track vessel movements, assess threats, and coordinate swift response operations.

Rear Admiral Dewu disclosed that the system has been instrumental in ongoing operations such as Operation Delta Sanity II, under which numerous arrests and seizures related to oil theft and illegal refining were recorded in 2024 and 2025.

Beyond national borders, the Falcon Eye also contributes to regional maritime security efforts. The Navy revealed that its surveillance capabilities are being shared with Gulf of Guinea neighbours in joint efforts to combat transnational maritime crimes.

As Nigeria continues to spearhead the proposed Combined Maritime Task Force for the Gulf of Guinea, the Falcon Eye System is expected to serve as the technological backbone for regional cooperation and intelligence sharing.

The Navy said it is using its 69th anniversary to showcase advancements in maritime technology and reaffirm its commitment to protecting Nigeria’s economic interests and coastal integrity.